Ejectment
/ɪˈdʒɛktmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal action to recover possession of real property wrongfully withheld by another.
The tenant filed an ejectment to regain possession of the disputed land.
Forms
- ejectments
Related terms
Commentary
Ejectment is a common law remedy focused on recovering possession rather than title, often used in disputes over property occupancy.
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